Multiquip FCG1-6HA GUARDS, Covers and V-BELTS, National Standards Institute Ansi B7.1 and B7.5

GUARDS, COVERS AND V-BELTS

WARNING

NEVER operate the saw without blade guards and covers in place. DO NOT operate with the front of the blade guard raised. The blade exposure cannot exceed 180 degrees during operation. Adhere to the safety guidelines of the American

National Standards Institute (ANSI)

B7.1 and B7.5.

Figure 5. Blade Guard

CHECK the following on the"blade guard" (Figure 5):

■Ensure the capacity of the blade guard matches the diameter of your diamond blade.

■Check that the guard is bolted firmly upon the saw frame.

■Check that the spring tensioned front cover of the guard is firmly seated with the rear section of the guard, and there are no gaps. NEVER lift the blade guard while cutting.

V-belt Check

A worn or damagedV-belt can adversely affect the performance of the saw.If theV-belt is defective or worn, replace and theV-belt as outlined on page 20.

CAUTION

NEVER attempt to check the V-belt with the engine running. Severe injury can occur. Keep fingers, hands, hair and clothing away from all moving parts.

V-belt Alignment and Tensioning

This concrete saw is equipped with a premium V-belt that has been aligned and tensioned by factory personnel. The V-belt must be aligned and tensioned for proper operation of the saw.

Use the following procedure to check the alignment of V-belt:

1.Remove the bolts that secure the V-belt cover (Figure 6) to the saw frame.

Figure 6.V-Belt Cover

2.Check uniform parallelism (Figure 7) of V-belt and pulley (sheaves). Use a straight-edge or machinist's square against both pulleys and adjust both pulleys until equally aligned.

Figure 7. Pulley Alignment

3.CheckV-belt tension by using a tension meter (6.0 - 9.0 lbs.) against the inside belt at a mid point between the two pulleys, or by deflecting the center belt at a mid point 3/8" (10 mm) to 1/2" (13 mm). See Figure 8.

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